NHS Jobs

Dispensary Assistant

Northampton NN6 9WU

Key information

Pay
Negotiable
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
27 Aug 2026
Closing date
18 Sep 2026

About this role

Dispensary Assistant Responsible to

Practice Manager Job Responsibilities

Dispensing acute + repeat prescriptions Dispensing using the Emis computer system Providing a repeat prescription service which includes taking requests by telephone, email and repeat slips. Handing out prescriptions and collecting charges when appropriate Sorting and endorsing prescriptions Ordering appropriate quantities of goods via the wholesaler's computer link Checking goods as and when they are delivered Returning incorrect goods to the wholesalers Stocking shelves, refrigerators and other storage areas using rotation method Disposal of returned unused medicines